¶ Which version of Parch Linux is right for me?
¶ Parch Linux Plasma Edition
¶ What is Plasma Desktop?
KDE Plasma is a feature-rich and highly customizable desktop environment that offers a modern and intuitive user experience. It is known for its flexibility, extensive customization options, and a wide range of applications and tools.
¶ Pre-Installed Applications
| Name | Usage | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Tokodon | A client to Browse the fediverse. | Social |
| Neochat | A client to Browse the [Matrix]. | Social |
| PlasmaTube | A client to watch peertube and piped youtube | Movie & Music |
| VLC | A Video Player written in QT | Movie & Music |
| Elisa | A Simple and easy to use Music Player written in cpp and Kirigami | Movie & Music |
| Firefox | Fast, Private & Safe Web Browser | Web Browser |
| MarkNote | Take notes in Markdown | Productivity |
¶ Parch Linux Gnome Edition
¶ What is Gnome Desktop?
GNOME is a user-friendly and modern desktop environment that provides a seamless and intuitive user experience. It is designed with simplicity, accessibility, and customization in mind. GNOME offers a wide range of features and applications, including a file manager, a web browser, a text editor, and a variety of productivity tools.
¶ Pre-Installed Applications in Gnome
| Name | Usage | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Tuba | A client to Browse the fediverse. | Social |
| Fractal | A client to Browse the [Matrix]. | Social |
| PipeLine | A client to watch peertube and piped youtube | Movie & Music |
| Celluloid | A MPV front-end written in GTK | Movie & Music |
| G4Music | A Simple and easy to use Music Player written in vala and GTK | Movie & Music |
| Firefox | Fast, Private & Safe Web Browser | Web Browser |
| Folio | Take notes in Markdown | Productivity |
¶ Which one to choose?
| Gnome | Plasma |
|---|---|
| Less features | More features |
| Less customization, but simpler | More customization, but steeper learning curve |
| Better GTK support | Better QT support |